As the bill requires, any terror alert system must give people and organizations some indication about what steps they must take to improve their own security and assist in the Nation's security.

Democrats believe that government should reflect the sense of community that Americans demonstrated after Katrina - the sense of community that has defined and united America throughout its history.

I see the policy of opposing same-sex marriages or unions, whatever you call it, as bigotry or discrimination.

We believe in some basic human principles - everyone should have the opportunities not just to survive, but to excel with their God-given talents and abilities. Those are the values that should be reflected in our budgets.

I am a recovering alcoholic.

You don't fight cancer with grants, or heart disease with grants.

In our pledge every day, we pledge one Nation under God with liberty and justice for all.